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J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury, Glastonbury, CT

J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury

4.8
4.8
10467 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 98 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Great for creative cocktails
J. Gilbert's is an "upscale casual" steakhouse serving prime-aged beef cooked over a mesquite wood-fired grill. Guests enjoy various cuts of steak, fresh seafood (including award-winning crab cakes) & other house made favorites like the Maytag Blue potato chips & chocolate velvet cake. The cozy atmosphere includes fire side dining, rich wood, brick & soft lighting where you can enjoy dinner for two or host a large party. The extensive martini & wine list offers the perfect compliment to an excellent meal delivered with attentive service. Reservations are highly recommended.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 659-0409
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Erik Blomstrann
  • Private party facilities
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood can accommodate lunch groups of 25 adult or more & can accommodate up to 42 guests.
  • Neighbourhood
    Glastonbury
  • Cross Street
    Main
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 10,467 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Steak

  • Connecticut

    Most Booked

  • Hartford

    Best Overall

  • Hartford

    Best Food

  • Hartford

    Best Service

  • Hartford

    Best Ambience

  • Hartford

    Great for fine wines

  • Hartford

    Good for special occasions

  • Hartford

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
J. Gilbert's in Glastonbury is renowned for its "fantastic food" and "top-notch service." Guests rave about the perfectly cooked steaks and delightful seafood, often describing the ambiance as cozy and warm. Many highlight exceptional service experiences, especially for special occasions. Despite occasional service hiccups, it remains a favorite for many.

10,467 Reviews
  1. Michelle

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service as always! We have never had a steak that wasn’t cooked exactly how we asked.
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded today
    Hello Michelle, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience. It's great to know that our food and service met your expectations. We always strive to accommodate our guests' requests and it's wonderful to hear that we were able to do that for you. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best Regards, The Management Team

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  2. Danielle

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They made our anniversary dinner very special and had such attentive staff with positive energy and enthusiasm. Their food is always spot on and we really enjoyed ourselves. My girlfriend and I felt very welcomed and safe.
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Danielle! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful anniversary dinner. It's great to know that our team's energy and positivity added to your experience. We're also delighted that you enjoyed our food and felt that you felt very welcome and safe. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  3. Louise

    New York City

    28 reviews

    3.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    After many times dining at this restaurant I have to say our server was not up to their standard. He was not very friendly, got my order incorrect and left our table dirty and then served dessert on it! Also we were celebrating a birthday and did not mention it or put a candlel in my husbands dessert. Will think twice about coming back after two decades of dining there.
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Louise, Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your recent experience didn't meet your expectations. We pride ourselves on our service and it's disappointing to hear that you didn't receive the high standard of service that we strive for. We appreciate your long-time friendship and we're sorry for the missed celebration. We'll take your comments into consideration as we continually strive to improve our customer experience. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right. Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. Darren

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic as anticipated! Excellent dinner & great service.
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Darren! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic dinner and enjoyed our service. We strive to provide excellent food and service, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We appreciate your high ratings and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  5. Vicki

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best food and service!! Can't wait to go back!
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Vicki! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and service. It's always our goal to provide the best dining experience for our guests. We can't wait to welcome you back for more delicious food and outstanding service.

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  6. Daren

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can’t beat this place, best steak for a great price. J Gilbert’s is my first choice whenever I’m craving a steak. Never been disappointed.
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Daren, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your steak and found our prices to be the best in town! It's always our goal to provide exceptional food and service. We're glad that we've been your first choice for a steak. Your kind words mean a lot to us. Thank you for choosing us for your night out. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  7. Joe

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food & service were both excellent. Atmosphere is great. Always a pleasant time at J. Gilberts
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Joe! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the food and service. It's wonderful to know that you found the atmosphere to your liking as well. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team.

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  8. Nancy

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great dinner! The meal was perfect & the service was top notch!
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Nancy! We're thrilled to hear that you always enjoy your dining experiences. It's wonderful to know that our meal was perfect and the service was top-notch. We strive to provide our guests with the best value possible, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great dinner!

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  9. Sandra

    VIP

    New York City

    33 reviews

    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is very good. We had apps at the bar. Disappointed that the sliders are still off the menu and the calamari is not as good as it was before the menu change last year. Dinner is good and steaks include 2 sides which is a good value. One thing that I want to mention. We had purchased gift cards around the holidays and received an additional $20 card to use with a food purchase over $20. Because we ordered the steak and seafood special that was offered last night, when we went to pay the check we were told we could not use the $20 extra gift card because the steak and seafood plate was a special. I understand that is one of the conditions with the card, however, when you order three of those entrees, along with desserts and coffees, and the check is $200, we were surprised that we could not use the card. So I expect it will go to waste and will make us rethink buying cards in the future. There are a few other places that offer similar specials when buying gift cards during the holiday time, and they have almost no restrictions on using their card other than using it for food versus drinks. Not sure why JGilbert is so restrictive with their cards. 
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Sandra, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food, especially the steak and seafood special. We appreciate your feedback about our sliders and calamari and will certainly take it into consideration. We're sorry to hear about your disappointment with our free promotional restrictions. We will always use the coupon or promotion that will save you the most on your visit, however only one discount is allowed per visit. We apologize for any confusion. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, The Glastonbury Management Team

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  10. Terrence

    Connecticut

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time. Everything was very good, but thought the drink was very small
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Terrence! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your first visit. It's great to know that our food and service met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback on the drink size and will take it into consideration. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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FAQs

J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 659-0409.

J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury is rated 4.8 stars by 10467 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 98 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury

185 Glastonbury Blvd., Glastonbury, CT 06033

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Main
  • Neighbourhood
    Glastonbury
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Erik Blomstrann
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
  • Phone number
    (860) 659-0409
  • Private party facilities
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood can accommodate lunch groups of 25 adult or more & can accommodate up to 42 guests.
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